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Ternopil resident Alina Remenets played the piano in a destroyed apartment. It was there, on December 2, that her father, Vitaliy Remenets, lost his life as a result of a Russian drone attack.
Barclays has agreed to pay $19.5 million to resolve a lawsuit brought by shareholders in Manhattan federal court. The shareholders accused the British banking giant of securities fraud, alleging

China has announced a ban on exports to the United States of critical minerals such as gallium, germanium, and antimony, citing their potential military applications. The directive, issued by
Billionaire financier Warren Stephens, a prominent supporter of Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, has been nominated as the next U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom.
A potential return of Donald Trump to the White House may signal significant changes in global trade, with proposed tariffs raising concerns across international markets. Central to these

Donald Trump Jr. has emerged as a central figure in shaping his father’s cabinet during the transition to his presidency, according to multiple sources familiar with his involvement.

City officials in Oslo are crossing their fingers that this year’s Christmas tree for London arrives in pristine condition. In recent years, the tree has faced criticism for appearing less than perfect,
Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall has revealed that NATO countries are embroiled in a “hidden cyber war” with Russia, as Moscow intensifies its attempts to destabilize the alliance and

Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met in Brussels to discuss strengthening UK-EU ties.
The British Army has successfully conducted the first live firing of its state-of-the-art Archer Mobile Howitzer in Finland during one of NATO’s largest artillery exercises in Europe,
UK News
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Digital waste tracking set to transform crackdown on illegal waste trade
A sweeping overhaul of how waste is monitored across the UK is set to reshape the fight against illegal dumping and rogue operators, as the government rolls out a new Digital Waste TrackingRead More... -
EU anti-fraud body opens formal probe into Peter Mandelson over Epstein links
The European Union’s anti-fraud watchdog has formally launched an investigation into Peter Mandelson, the former UK ambassador to the United States and a veteran figure in EuropeanRead More... -
McDonald’s expands UK youth jobs push with landmark work experience scheme
McDonald’s is stepping up its role in tackling youth unemployment in the United Kingdom, backing the government’s Youth Guarantee initiative while unveiling what it describes as theRead More... -
UK probes data security breach after health research dataset appears on Alibaba listings
The British government has launched an investigation after sensitive health research data from a major UK charity was reportedly advertised for sale on online marketplaces linked toRead More... -
Reform breakthrough in Salford signals shifting political ground
Nigel Farage has celebrated what he called a major breakthrough for Reform UK after the party secured a narrow but significant victory in a Salford council by-election.Read More...

Culture
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Newly released UK archives shed light on early years of Northern Ireland Troubles
Nearly 1,000 previously hard-to-access government records documenting the early years of the Northern Ireland Troubles have been published online, marking a significant step in openingRead More... -
£127.8 million lifeline for UK arts venues signals renewed push for cultural access
More than 130 cultural venues across England are set to receive a significant financial boost as part of a £127.8 million government investment aimed at widening public access to arts andRead More... -
Paddington and Sondheim lead the pack as Olivier Awards mark 50 years of theatre excellence
London’s theatre scene is buzzing ahead of this year’s Olivier Awards, where a charming Peruvian bear and a classic Stephen Sondheim musical are tied at the top of the nominations list.Read More... -
A century of Marilyn: landmark London exhibition reexamines the woman behind the icon
In 2026, London’s National Portrait Gallery will mark the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe with a major exhibition that promises to go beyond the myth and into the making of one of theRead More... -
£4 million boost brings new life to UK museums and expands public access
A fresh wave of investment is set to transform museums and galleries across the UK, with £4 million allocated to improve access, modernise displays, and better preserve collections for futureRead More... -
Kanye West banned from UK over antisemitism row, Wireless Festival 2026 cancelled
Britain has barred U.S. rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, from entering the country, forcing the cancellation of London’s Wireless Festival where he had been scheduled to headline in July.Read More... -
Who stood behind Western support for Ukraine’s independence?
From the life story of British politician Stefan TerlezkyRead More... -
London secures £4.66m lifeline for Notting Hill Carnival as iconic festival marks 60 years
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has stepped in with a crucial £4.66 million funding package to ensure the Notting Hill Carnival goes ahead this August, as the world-famous event celebratesRead More...

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